Use a chemical exfoliant, I have sensitive skin so I use the lactic acid chemical exfoliant 10% from the ordinary brand, ever since I started using it my texture has cleared up sooo much
So I’ve recently lost my father as of February 24 and I know that my comment might not mean anything but I will say that the sound of your voice has kept me calm in the light of a anxiety attack so thank you.
My dermatologist prescribed products that would have irritated my melasma. I turned to CeraVe and niacinamide and vitamin C, and my skin is doing just fine.💜
I work at a hospital I'm like a waitress for patience, anyways I overheard a nurse speech to another nurse about some aches and pains whatever she was having. The nurse literally looked at her and told her straight face "drink water" and the other nurse said right after that "because that's the magic cure for everything" being sarcastic LMFAO!!!!
That's kind of what I do as well but I do manage to sleep in a little bit longer now that I'm not due anywhere at any particular time. It will be difficult getting back into the swing of things when it's time.
I remember when i was a little girl (40 yrs ago) my aunt, who is an RN , used silicon surgical tape for her crows feet feet and forehead. She is 80 y.o now and is wrinkle free. She was on to something back then!
Interesting. I wonder if one can still use these. I have dehydrated skin but accessing these patches attracts so much extra cost. Your comment got me thinking
I saw a dermatologist. Firstly she asked me if I had insurance and when I said no she said there was nothing to do and told me my mystery condition was "enlarged pores". No thanks. Never again.
dandylion When you make an appointment tell them you don’t have insurance. When they try to prescribe you antibiotics (which they usually will if you have any acne) say no. Then ask for a prescription tretinoin cream. At least that way you are getting something out of the visit. I was treated the same when I didn’t have insurance.
Yeah I have bad dermatologist experiences too.. kept insisting I go on long term antibiotics in spite of the fact that I’m already at high risk for antibiotic resistance >:c
@@aidanc.d.2695 Yes, in the States we're all at the mercy of a corrupt, so-called "health care" system... All the dermatologists I've ever seen have pushed products on me.
shelly watson Oh no!! Haha. I started proper skincare like in the middle of last year! Im only twelve and dr dray has helped me with hormonal and fungal acne so much!
I’ve been using 0.25 for a month now and when my skin is not peeling like when I’m right out of the shower my skin looks amaaaazing like it’s never looked so good. But other times it’s so flaky and dry i don’t wanna stop cuz I know it’s working but idk what to do :(
@@NM-rt9im oh yes I am for sure. I am using the oridinary's B oil, Clarins Blue Orchid oil and a ton of extremely dry skin rescue from the Vaseline clinical care line.
So many people discount how necessary sleep is, I'm happy that your don't. I get plenty of sleep and I brag about it. It should be everyone's goal to shoot for 8 hours of sleep a night.
Good luck with 8 hours a night! I can't remember ever sleeping 6 hrs straight for over 30years! From rigorous study times in college to family, to businesses, to stress of life in general.
I have the same dilemma. I also don’t want to go to see someone who wants to sell me a bunch of super expensive products. One thing I know for sure is that going off gluten and grains helped me out a lot
The products my derm recommended me were already OTC. Benzoyl peroxide face wash or PanOxyl for my acne. For retinoid/ Vitamin A, there’s also Differin which is now available OTC. That helps with acne, anti-aging, and skin texture as mentioned by Dr. Dray. If you’ve never used Vitamin A, I suggest watching some beginner videos or using it every other day! Of course, do your research, but those are some starters. There’s a lot of different brands out there with good stuff too (i.e. the Ordinary). Good luck on your skincare journey ☺️
I asked my dermatologist about what was happening on my cheeks and he didn't even take the time to check it out and just recommended their laser treatments. BUT WHAT IS IT THOUGH!?
Dr. Dray the other day I was talking to my husband about all the information I've gathered from your videos and he asked me "honey, would you rather be a dermatologist instead?" Lol 😂 anyways I am now passing down all the tips I get from you to the rest of the family. It makes me so happy that my family is now applying sunscreen and using unscented soaps 😁😁 Also sending lot of love to your mom and Tybee 💞
You are so right about exfoliating...I have sensitive, dry, and acne prone skin and I used to exfoliate almost every night with a cleansing brush and my skin kept breaking out and getting so dry and finally when I stopped my skin finally cleared up for the first time in my life.
Just wanted to say this again, thank you so much Dr Dray for saving my vulnerable, extremely sensitive, acne prone skin…I’ve managed to transform my skin in a matter of months only because of you and I’ll forever be thankful. Love you
I LOVE Sio, especially the eye patches. They really help with lines and puffiness. They also help prevent lines that come from side sleeping on a pillow (I'm saving up for one of those pillows Dr. Dray uses :) ) Oh, Sio decollete' patches are AMAZING for preventing wrinkly cleavage lines. Amazing!
Love all your videos! As a physician myself, I really appreciate how well spoken amd well informed you are and the delivery of all this information. By the way I tried to use the 20% off code for the patches but it would not work.
Can you recommend some books or podcasts about dermatology that we can read during these stay-at-home times? Something for those with no academic background in medicine and biology would be great 😊
Following! I think you can use dr drays video and instagrams as “books and podcasts” though. She uploads DAILY on both platforms and most of the time it’s unique info! I can’t keep up her-she’s a workhorse! ❤️ I have more products that I would like to try than I have time or money lol As always, best wishes and continued healing to mama dray 💐
speaking of silicones im lowkey a fan of silicones in my hair products specifically my conditioners. people want all paraben, sulfate, and silicone free - well im down for some sulfates in my shampoo & for some silicones in my conditioner honestly. i like how sulfates get sudsy, and they aren't hurting anything - they just came for some sudsiness. and i like silicones in my conditioners because it coats my hair and makes it silky af - it doesn't hurt the hair shaft & it protects the hair from natural damages and heat. but the main reason is it makes my hair silky af.
I need those patches in my life ASAP! I noticed my neck got more wrinkles, now that I’m 26 I start to notice things like that (wrinkles, pigmentation, texture and dullness) more, which is normal but frustrating, haha! Thanks for all the informative videos, Dr. Dray! LOVE THEM! ❤️
I was provided with silicone patches for scar management through my doctor after surgery. These patches were v expensive. I looked online and these cosmetic 'patches', seem much more affordable. I keep mine in fridge and they feel even better chilled. The decolletage patch is my best purchase! Edit: side sleepers who have larger breasts have LOTS more creases.. if you are one, you know what I'm talking. So much more flesh squishing together!
Okay I just went into my bathroom and pulled out my tinted cc cream spf 50 that I had stopped using. It makes my skin look so good why would I not use it? Thanks for the reminders Dr. Dray!
Idk if you’ve already done a video on this but if not, can you please make a video about your experience becoming a dermatologist? I really want to be one because your job seems so interesting!
I improved a lot my skin texture after I started with hyaluronic acid, moisturizer, and retinol. I followed your tip about keeping the routine simple and bought cerave moisturizer. So today I use the hyaluronic, biossance probiotic moisturizer and cerave moisturizer. And on top of moisturizer retinol 2x week. My skin improved so much, I think it's much more related to frequency than the product itself. I am also paying more attention to my skin reaction: for example let's say that a pimple appeared and it's the big and inflamed one: I start to do tests on my alimentation, water that I am consuming (usually I don't drink much so I increase the frequency), products that I used in the past week that could make this happen. I also followed your tip about Korean / Japanese sunscreen, I usually have some reaction on eyes because of some product on regular sunscreen, and now I can use sunscreen finally (I swear it was so terrible that I used to buy makeup with sunscreen because my eyes with regular sunscreen get so watery, that looks like I cried the whole day, and I am not joking...I always suffered from this, but with Japanese and Korean ones I don't get problems anymore). Another tip that I included in my routine is patience (the most difficult one) because we want to test, we want to test a lot, we want to mix, and patience gave me some improvements. For example, I do now a plan and it does not matter the decision, I should not mix something before I see the results of the current products. For example, I started retinol but my skin is sensitive, and I love to use glycolic acid, but, even that my anxiety says Paula, try both, I say to myself: NO. Let's see first for some weeks, and then I include it slowly. Cannot do any include before two weeks in a past plan. It was my way to try things and with this now I can recognize what was the problem if I get some reaction.
You have such a nice colour to your skin today, as if you’re wearing makeup. Thank you for taking the time to keep us informed and entertained, Dr. Dray! ❤️ Quick question: can fermented ingredients cause texture or breakouts?
My husband just went to the dermotolgist for a spot he was worried about so they are still seeing people here in SC . It ended up ok know worries. Thank u for the video Dr Dray, very helpful 😘
Helpful video. Sleep is totally the best advice and I love that you mentioned it. I’m going to check out those smoothing pads. If I’m using vitamin A do I still need AHA or lactic acid to help smooth? If so, do I use these things on alternate days?
I'm loving your advice. I tried the shampoo just your scalp tip and just let the shampoo make its way to the ends as you rinse and my hair came out so bouncy and not frizzy. I would have never ever thought to just suds the scalp. I always put, probably way too much shampoo in and scrubbed all the hair! Thank you!!
I think I just developed keratosis Pilaris on the right side of my face. 6wks ago got a bad head cold and my whole face got dry and flaky. I’ve always had smooth skin. After feeling better I had my coworker dermaplane me. My left side is smooth and normal, right side is rough like sandpaper! It’s driving me crazy!
When you say to apply those patches to "clean, dry skin"--does that mean clean, moisturized skin? Or clean skin with absolutely no products used after cleansing? Same for the under eye patches everyone's loving these days... I find those instructions really unclear!
My question too! She suggests we wash and then immediately moisturize while skin is slightly moist which makes so much sense. So I wonder too, she says clean-dry, do we put anything on the skin? Would hyaluronic acid be good? Just regular moisturizer? Maybe she will see this and answer if enough people have the same question!
I think we do our regular skincare and after the Tret dries then we apply this. She probably would've told us different if it wasn't good to combine. Just my thoughts.
Skin with products on it will cause the silicone patch to not adhere properly. That said, I do my regular routine and then apply the eye patch as a physical occlusive, if you will, to enhance product penetration and absorption. As you move around, the patch may start to slide off place, but it's just a matter of readjusting it.
Thanks for the great info, Dr. Dray! I would love on video on how to hydrate skin in a very dry climate as I am confused about whether to use HA and other humectants :)
The SiO face patches seem really nice, but they say not to moisturize your face before application (probably so the patch can adhere better). Are you supposed to moisturize, after putting on the patches, to areas the patches don't cover?
You look so amazing! Btw because of you I use retin A in the cream form, I use sunscreen and save lots of money expensive products because I don't buy them 😁
But Dr. Drey, what about my “texture skin” definition. I dnt have any skin condition, like rosacea, I dnt break out, I have no hyperpigmentation, at least not noticeable, and I have barely noticeable pores. However, there’s something about my skin that it doesn’t look uniform. It is smooth to the touch, but it doesn’t look the smooth it is. I dont know how to explain. I saw a dermatology nurse practitioner, and asked her for tretinoin, and she prescribed tretinoin.025. It did helped me with pores, but I am not content, I need something more, maybe thickness of my skin, I’m not even sure. But I’m def. missing something!
Ugh I think I know what you mean...it's like the skin around my eyes looks perfectly smooth but not the rest of my face. I want to know if there is a way to get all of my skin to look like that around my eyes or if that's a lost cause because of my pores 😓
@@kaalad3666 it’s like the texture beneath my epidermis. If I could only get a deep peeling to get rid my actual epidermis and reveal that beautiful, glow taking I dream of day and night. Although, my skin has improved even more with tretinoin and Korean 10 step skin care routine, still I am NOT satisfied
I've been alternating a tretinoin 0.025 and Paula's choice salicylic lotion, every other night. I have had no irritation, but I had been using the tret for about 8 months before doing this. So skin had acclimatised. I'm seeing great results. 👍🏻🙏🏻
Do you have any recommendations for “enlarged pores” (raised bumps that have an open pore, maybe there is another name for them)? I’m currently on a prescription retinoid...will that help to diminish the enlarged pores? Thanks, I love you and all your content!!
Yes, retinoids help, also try adding in a niacinamide serum or moistuizer, and maybe a weekly or bi-weekly salicylic acid treatment used in the morning. (Do not use salicylic acid and retinoids at the same time)
Well the biggest one that helped was my dermatologist prescribed me accutane... It's mainly for acne but can treat rocsesa too... She did prescribed me 4 or 5 topical/ oral creams and pills before hand. But they didn't work... Which is why she said accutane and if that doesn't work she's gonna have to take a tiny piece of my skin and send it to the lab.. So on top of the accutane My products are CeraaVe ultra hydrating cleanser Laroche posay moisturizer/ sunscreen ceraVe ultra moisturizing creme Netrogena Hyloronic acid water gel It also helps to wash with Luke warm water/ cold water And stay out of sunlight Get rid of any skin products that are to harsh for your skin!! And see a dermatologist!! That is key!!
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I feel like textured skin is such a vague concept. What counts as textured skin? When i look in the mirror i feel like mine is not, but someone else might say it is.
I consider my skin textured. With out make up I don’t look like I have any skin issues. Then I put foundation on and it looks like I have bad acne, random bumps, dry flaky spots, and very large pores. Primers don’t even help.
Cece E I have the same problem! Like exactly and I’m so stressed about them that I started picking at them a while back and now I have scars. So I have to use makeup. If anything works for you I’m the future, let me know! (:
Happy Wednesday, Dr Dray! The patches look interesting. I've never heard of them before. As always, thanks so much for the valuable information. I hope you have a wonderful evening. 💞
the good thing, here in the philippines, consultation fees for dermas cost for as low as 7 dollars up to as high as 20-40dollars, exclusive of the products or treatments. but mind you, consulting a dermatologist is as important as seeing your cardiologist or general practictioner as skin as an organ that needs to be paid of attention as well.
Sleep is not free on minimum wage. Just thought I’d throw that out there. Love your videos though thank you for sharing this information for free :) as a poor person it’s much appreciated 🥰
@Diana Moore Thank You Sooo Much Sweetie!! Happy Wednesday!! I Hope You're Having a Wonderful Day, and Feeling Better Sweet Pea!! I'm Always Here For You!! Always!! Sending You Lots and Lots of Love and The Biggest Hugs Ever!! xoxoxo
@@latriciamendoza3748 Thank You Soo Much!! Happy Wednesday To You Too!! Wishing You a Very Happy Day Sweetie!! Please You and Yours Stay Safe and Well!!
I’m surprised you didn’t mention peels! I started using the infamous ordinary peel that makes me look like I’m wearing the blood of my enemies. I’ve noticed a difference in my skin
it’s so weird that i’ve acne prone, oily, and sensitive skin but SA breaks me out... glycolic acid works better for me lol... but tretinoin works best for me and i love it lol
Any chance you can do an updated video on skin texture, Dr. Dray? I have mostly dry skin and sometimes forget to wash my face so I know those two things are contributing. Whenever I put foundation on (which is rare), it looks cakey and spongey in spots, mostly cheeks near my ears and my forehead and jaw line.
I’m a little bit confused: when do I apply my moisturizer when using this patches? Dr. Dray said to apply them to clean dry skin, so should I go with the moisturizer after I take the patches off or wait for the moisturizer to dry and then put the patches on?
I just visited their IG page. It says to cleanse and dry the skin WELL on the area you plan to use them. So you definitely do not apply on top of any kind of skin care. This will break down the patch quicker. Once you remove the patch then you're advised to moisturize.
Sooo if I have to wait on my skin to DRY, this goes against Dr Dray's recommendation to apply moisturizer on damp skin ( I have been doing this and love the results). Adding this will only contradict and complicate my skincare routine.
My dermatologist says it is. It is skin damage. Mine especially showed up on the left side- driver side window damage! My cosmetic surgeon had his esthetician lighten/remove with BBL laser - miracle machine! ( used cosmetic surgeon for droopy eyelid surgery - he is is an oucloplastic specialist and wonderful wonderful)
Karon Crickmore Mine around the left side but also right underneath my eyes, like freckles. Does the BBL laser lighten them? Does it scale and flake? Any scarring?
T P I had no scarring, flaking, nada. A little pink the first day but I always did mine after work so by morning there was nothing. I had 3 treatments and it cover all the little spots and she actually did one deeper color spot on my chest - gone!
Man, Dr. D, your skin is positively glowing!!! I am so jealous.Although i am 56 so i have spots now. I used to have skin like yours in my younger days.
I just love your videos so much. I was looking for videos on RUclips and yours just always get straight to the point. I appreciate the way you put your content together
I love you! "I tend to grimace when reading my emails." I wonder why? These silicone tabs sound great! I ordered the ones for the eyes as I have a scar from an accident that I would really like to be less visible! Say Hi to Mama Dray! Still thinking of her. 💐🌹🌹🌹
I would really recommend going on tik tok to share your tips. So many teens on that app my age need your advice and I guarantee you would blow up. Love your tips and you look so pretty!
wow, you are looking fantastic, so healthy and glowing. love your videos and the in-depth information you share. thank you for all the time you invest in making these amazing videos.
Does niacinimide help with "orange peel skin" - large pores and mild scarring? I hear some people should avoid niacinimide- do you agree? Thank you so much!
i actually have the ordinary niacinimide serum!! i have mild scarring and it works great for me and my pores have definitely been less noticeable i’ve been using it for a couple months
Thank you everyone for the replies! I did watch her video on niacinimide, but I don't recall her saying anything about people who should avoid the ingredient... I hear such conflicting things online. I have heard there are some people that should not use that ingredient or that breaks them out that. I would love to hear her response!
Hi Dr Dray, fantastic video! My 5 year old has been suffering from KP on his face for a year now. I've just been washing his face with water and a soft wash cloth followed by cereve cream. It's not getting worse but it's not getting better either, do you have any other recommendations? X
Oh I use Sio Facelft and I love it. It has helped me with texture and it has also helped my neck. I can't do Botox...I had a terrible reaction to it, so all the things I use topically for texture are so crucial to me. Snail therapy for me has been a game changer and I thank you for receiving that! Your skin has never looked better! Gee wiz! Stay safe, Love form me and Desi ( too much exfoliation ruined my skin and aged me)
Go to the SiO website and read the “HOW TO USE” instructions for any of their patches. “Prep: Make sure skin is clean, dry and free of any creams or serums to ensure best results.”
I am taking advantage of the stay at home and restarting tretinoin, my skin is dry but I don’t have to see anyone! I used to have bad texture but it was because I was irritating my face with fragranced products and exfoliants, once I stopped using all that crap my texture is gone. My skin only gets bumpy when I flush now.
Dr. Dray, loving your videos. So informative. Do you think you can do one for kids? My daughter is ten and I’m noticing her skin is extremely bumpy. In addition, her maskne is really terrible. I switched to cotton masks with the N95 filter. We switch masks twice a day. I want her to start early taking care of her skin in a safe way. Something I didn’t know when I was growing up. I did manage to make an appointment with a pediatric dermatologist, but the earliest appt is in three weeks. My poor thing is extremely self conscious about her skin.
1. See a dermatologist
2. Cleanse your skin regularly
3. Moisturize
4. Exercise caution with exfoliants
5. Topical Vitamin A
6. Sunscreen
7. Sleep!
Vivian Liu Your grace🥰
thank you 🙏
Use a chemical exfoliant, I have sensitive skin so I use the lactic acid chemical exfoliant 10% from the ordinary brand, ever since I started using it my texture has cleared up sooo much
Thank you!
What would cause red streaks around mouth. My faces always feels like it is on fire🔥and slightly red. Thanks for the great advise!
So I’ve recently lost my father as of February 24 and I know that my comment might not mean anything but I will say that the sound of your voice has kept me calm in the light of a anxiety attack so thank you.
im so sorry for your loss! if you believe in that, i hope he's in a better place now (:
So sorry for your loss Heather. May your heart be healed.
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Take care 💪
I'm so sorry🙏💖💖
i went to a dermatologist sis told me to drink water lmfao i love water and drink it regularly i didnt pay for an appointment for her to tell me that
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Omggg I hate it when people say that like it's going to fix everything! 😂🤦🏼♀️
Omg i would actually cry out of frustration if that happened to me, I’m sorry 😞
My dermatologist prescribed products that would have irritated my melasma. I turned to CeraVe and niacinamide and vitamin C, and my skin is doing just fine.💜
I work at a hospital I'm like a waitress for patience, anyways I overheard a nurse speech to another nurse about some aches and pains whatever she was having. The nurse literally looked at her and told her straight face "drink water" and the other nurse said right after that "because that's the magic cure for everything" being sarcastic LMFAO!!!!
I don’t know why but she always makes me smile/laugh with her intro- “well, hey guys!”
Soo true
I love it! 😍😂
As if she is surprised someone is watching her video 😜
Sooo true lol I love it
She is a sweetheart...I love her intros and sign offs...uplifts my spirits
Point number seven: Sleeps
Me: watching this video at midnight and had to wake up at 5 am
That's kind of what I do as well but I do manage to sleep in a little bit longer now that I'm not due anywhere at any particular time. It will be difficult getting back into the swing of things when it's time.
Yep! Me too!
Yep.😂😂
Sounds like a typical night for me
I’m watching this at 3am😆 lmao insomnia is a big problem for me since forever
I remember when i was a little girl (40 yrs ago) my aunt, who is an RN , used silicon surgical tape for her crows feet feet and forehead. She is 80 y.o now and is wrinkle free. She was on to something back then!
Bruin Fan great tip
Thanks
Interesting. I wonder if one can still use these. I have dehydrated skin but accessing these patches attracts so much extra cost. Your comment got me thinking
@@mimiwetu6998 not sure how the surgical tape is made these days, I’m sure it has different adhesive makeup. I haven’t tried it
@@midlifemom5829 :)
I saw a dermatologist. Firstly she asked me if I had insurance and when I said no she said there was nothing to do and told me my mystery condition was "enlarged pores". No thanks. Never again.
dandylion When you make an appointment tell them you don’t have insurance. When they try to prescribe you antibiotics (which they usually will if you have any acne) say no. Then ask for a prescription tretinoin cream. At least that way you are getting something out of the visit. I was treated the same when I didn’t have insurance.
That's just unbelievable to me. I live in Germany where everyone has to have insurance und things like this can't happen.
Yeah I have bad dermatologist experiences too.. kept insisting I go on long term antibiotics in spite of the fact that I’m already at high risk for antibiotic resistance >:c
@@aidanc.d.2695 Yes, in the States we're all at the mercy of a corrupt, so-called "health care" system... All the dermatologists I've ever seen have pushed products on me.
Have you heard of our savior Skincare by Hyram?
“Can’t be bothered by things that are too complicated...” I second that! Nice video. Have a safe day everyone!
Lol! Happy Wednesday :0
Happy Wednesday Latricia have a wonderful day 🤗🤗
I agree with your comment and I like that we have the same first name. Not too common.
@@DrDrayzday do those patches have anything on them to make them stick? I am allergic to any type of adhesive.
@@DrDrayzday hi, do you suggest AHA for oily skin or is it a no no?
When it finally dawns on you that this is the best your skin is gonna look bc you already follow every single one of dr. Dray’s recommendations 😭😭😭
It helps so much more when you put up pics of what you’re talking about. Thank you
where were you when i was in my 20's
I only start using moisture at 27😥. I regret it so much now!
True
shelly watson Oh no!! Haha. I started proper skincare like in the middle of last year! Im only twelve and dr dray has helped me with hormonal and fungal acne so much!
katrina thats so good omgg i wish i did that when i was 12. i only started when i was 15
I used to buy serious skin care Products what a load of hype and nonsense.
Kind regards Kate.
I just started using Retin A during this stay at home period, shedding a lot of skin. You look very pretty today...love the headband.
Me too!
@@tonkacat Are you having the dreaded flaky skin and what are you using to combat it?
How do you guys peel? :( I've been on retin a for a few months started at .25 and now I am at 1% but haven't seen any peeling.. at all!!! Why???
I’ve been using 0.25 for a month now and when my skin is not peeling like when I’m right out of the shower my skin looks amaaaazing like it’s never looked so good. But other times it’s so flaky and dry i don’t wanna stop cuz I know it’s working but idk what to do :(
@@NM-rt9im oh yes I am for sure. I am using the oridinary's B oil, Clarins Blue Orchid oil and a ton of extremely dry skin rescue from the Vaseline clinical care line.
So many people discount how necessary sleep is, I'm happy that your don't. I get plenty of sleep and I brag about it. It should be everyone's goal to shoot for 8 hours of sleep a night.
Carter Wolffe Not everyone, adolescents need 9-13 hours a night and pensioners need only around 6. It’s basically the older you are the less sleep.
8 hrs kip,...i wish!
I have to get up to pee 3 to 5 times a night!!
Good luck with 8 hours a night! I can't remember ever sleeping 6 hrs straight for over 30years! From rigorous study times in college to family, to businesses, to stress of life in general.
Yeah, try that again having kids 😂
uh getting 8 hours of sleep would be a miracle
I have been sleeping for about 9 hours lately. It’s amazing.
Yes- me too! Working from home I’ve been drinking more water and sleeping more than ever.
Me too sis❤
Meanwhile us, students go to sleep at 5am and wake up at 12pm😂 lol we also get too much homework
When do you go to bed?
@1chaoz i go to bed at 6 am and wake up at 6 pm
seeing a dermatologist is expensive w/ or w/o insurance,, and finding a good dermatologist is hard... 🤷♀️
unknown 926 i have affordable healthcare act and my copay is 5$! if u ask for the generic brand of the tretinoin it will cover it! best of luck
I have the same dilemma. I also don’t want to go to see someone who wants to sell me a bunch of super expensive products. One thing I know for sure is that going off gluten and grains helped me out a lot
The products my derm recommended me were already OTC.
Benzoyl peroxide face wash or PanOxyl for my acne. For retinoid/ Vitamin A, there’s also Differin which is now available OTC. That helps with acne, anti-aging, and skin texture as mentioned by Dr. Dray.
If you’ve never used Vitamin A, I suggest watching some beginner videos or using it every other day!
Of course, do your research, but those are some starters. There’s a lot of different brands out there with good stuff too (i.e. the Ordinary). Good luck on your skincare journey ☺️
I asked my dermatologist about what was happening on my cheeks and he didn't even take the time to check it out and just recommended their laser treatments. BUT WHAT IS IT THOUGH!?
@@jessicahong5904 Drop that dermatologist and seek an actual one who cares about your needs and issues.
Dr. Dray the other day I was talking to my husband about all the information I've gathered from your videos and he asked me "honey, would you rather be a dermatologist instead?" Lol 😂 anyways I am now passing down all the tips I get from you to the rest of the family. It makes me so happy that my family is now applying sunscreen and using unscented soaps 😁😁 Also sending lot of love to your mom and Tybee 💞
Esteph Alba Same here 😂 I’m interested in becoming a dermatologist
You are so right about exfoliating...I have sensitive, dry, and acne prone skin and I used to exfoliate almost every night with a cleansing brush and my skin kept breaking out and getting so dry and finally when I stopped my skin finally cleared up for the first time in my life.
Just wanted to say this again, thank you so much Dr Dray for saving my vulnerable, extremely sensitive, acne prone skin…I’ve managed to transform my skin in a matter of months only because of you and I’ll forever be thankful. Love you
I LOVE Sio, especially the eye patches. They really help with lines and puffiness. They also help prevent lines that come from side sleeping on a pillow (I'm saving up for one of those pillows Dr. Dray uses :) ) Oh, Sio decollete' patches are AMAZING for preventing wrinkly cleavage lines. Amazing!
Love all your videos! As a physician myself, I really appreciate how well spoken amd well informed you are and the delivery of all this information. By the way I tried to use the 20% off code for the patches but it would not work.
Same
I used DRAY20, it worked
You don’t need that discount Dr🤷🏻♀️
@@anabanana00111 yes
Can you recommend some books or podcasts about dermatology that we can read during these stay-at-home times? Something for those with no academic background in medicine and biology would be great 😊
Ana Nenadic ...Or...when is Dr. Dray going to write that book?! She already has all the chapters in the videos. Think about it, Andrea!
The skin we're in by Johanna Gillbro is a good one 💕
Dermatology for Dummies! 😉 Just trying to be funny...we’re not dummies but Dr Dray definitely explains things so simply.
Following! I think you can use dr drays video and instagrams as “books and podcasts” though. She uploads DAILY on both platforms and most of the time it’s unique info! I can’t keep up her-she’s a workhorse! ❤️ I have more products that I would like to try than I have time or money lol
As always, best wishes and continued healing to mama dray 💐
Ana Nenadic
All of Dr. Dray's Q&As.
Thank you, Doctor, for generously sharing your expertise. Especially right now in a time of high anxiety, self-care comes into center stage.
dermatologist have done nothing for me for 30 years. Jus collect my insurance money
You kept going for 30 years??😆
Must have gotten something out of it.
speaking of silicones im lowkey a fan of silicones in my hair products specifically my conditioners. people want all paraben, sulfate, and silicone free - well im down for some sulfates in my shampoo & for some silicones in my conditioner honestly. i like how sulfates get sudsy, and they aren't hurting anything - they just came for some sudsiness. and i like silicones in my conditioners because it coats my hair and makes it silky af - it doesn't hurt the hair shaft & it protects the hair from natural damages and heat. but the main reason is it makes my hair silky af.
I need those patches in my life ASAP! I noticed my neck got more wrinkles, now that I’m 26 I start to notice things like that (wrinkles, pigmentation, texture and dullness) more, which is normal but frustrating, haha! Thanks for all the informative videos, Dr. Dray! LOVE THEM! ❤️
The silicone patches sound great. Good value since you can reuse them.
I was provided with silicone patches for scar management through my doctor after surgery. These patches were v expensive. I looked online and these cosmetic 'patches', seem much more affordable. I keep mine in fridge and they feel even better chilled.
The decolletage patch is my best purchase!
Edit: side sleepers who have larger breasts have LOTS more creases.. if you are one, you know what I'm talking.
So much more flesh squishing together!
Omg, I didn’t even realize I had a bumpy chest until you mentioned it.
How is your mom doing? We miss her and tybee! ❤️🙏
Okay I just went into my bathroom and pulled out my tinted cc cream spf 50 that I had stopped using. It makes my skin look so good why would I not use it? Thanks for the reminders Dr. Dray!
Idk if you’ve already done a video on this but if not, can you please make a video about your experience becoming a dermatologist? I really want to be one because your job seems so interesting!
As a lip buffer and gentle exfoliating, I often mix powdered milk with a cleanser, oil etc.
you look so radiantly beautiful today !! Loving your take on this topic
I improved a lot my skin texture after I started with hyaluronic acid, moisturizer, and retinol. I followed your tip about keeping the routine simple and bought cerave moisturizer. So today I use the hyaluronic, biossance probiotic moisturizer and cerave moisturizer. And on top of moisturizer retinol 2x week. My skin improved so much, I think it's much more related to frequency than the product itself. I am also paying more attention to my skin reaction: for example let's say that a pimple appeared and it's the big and inflamed one: I start to do tests on my alimentation, water that I am consuming (usually I don't drink much so I increase the frequency), products that I used in the past week that could make this happen. I also followed your tip about Korean / Japanese sunscreen, I usually have some reaction on eyes because of some product on regular sunscreen, and now I can use sunscreen finally (I swear it was so terrible that I used to buy makeup with sunscreen because my eyes with regular sunscreen get so watery, that looks like I cried the whole day, and I am not joking...I always suffered from this, but with Japanese and Korean ones I don't get problems anymore). Another tip that I included in my routine is patience (the most difficult one) because we want to test, we want to test a lot, we want to mix, and patience gave me some improvements. For example, I do now a plan and it does not matter the decision, I should not mix something before I see the results of the current products. For example, I started retinol but my skin is sensitive, and I love to use glycolic acid, but, even that my anxiety says Paula, try both, I say to myself: NO. Let's see first for some weeks, and then I include it slowly. Cannot do any include before two weeks in a past plan. It was my way to try things and with this now I can recognize what was the problem if I get some reaction.
Do you mind me asking what brand of hyaluronic acid and brand of retinol do you use please ? 😍 thank you
Do you mind me asking what brand of hyaluronic acid and brand of retinol do you use please ? 😍 thank you
You've really inspired me to be a dermatologist but I'm already over 30 😅 I love it when you say brag about 8 hrs sleep a day and make it a goal lol
You have such a nice colour to your skin today, as if you’re wearing makeup. Thank you for taking the time to keep us informed and entertained, Dr. Dray! ❤️
Quick question: can fermented ingredients cause texture or breakouts?
Yes they can
I would love to watch a video explaining how to get legs looking ready for short season.
Jacqueline Wethor Wearing a tinted moisturizer works for me!
My husband just went to the dermotolgist for a spot he was worried about so they are still seeing people here in SC . It ended up ok know worries. Thank u for the video Dr Dray, very helpful 😘
YOUR EYELASHES! I don't know if you're wearing anything else on your face but you are glowing, thank you for the tips!
Could you please make a video on skincare for pregnant and/or breastfeeding moms?
Helpful video. Sleep is totally the best advice and I love that you mentioned it. I’m going to check out those smoothing pads. If I’m using vitamin A do I still need AHA or lactic acid to help smooth? If so, do I use these things on alternate days?
I've got pretty resilient, super oily skin, but I always react badly to salicylic acid (I think I'm actually allergic). Quite a bummer.
You are absolutely glowing, Dr. Dray! I am thinking about trying the Paulas Choice AHA gel for my dry, congested skin.
The sunscreen and retin-a are working wonders for you Dr Dray, your skin is glowing!
I also tend to grimace when reading work emails 😂
I'm loving your advice. I tried the shampoo just your scalp tip and just let the shampoo make its way to the ends as you rinse and my hair came out so bouncy and not frizzy. I would have never ever thought to just suds the scalp. I always put, probably way too much shampoo in and scrubbed all the hair! Thank you!!
I think I just developed keratosis Pilaris on the right side of my face. 6wks ago got a bad head cold and my whole face got dry and flaky. I’ve always had smooth skin. After feeling better I had my coworker dermaplane me. My left side is smooth and normal, right side is rough like sandpaper! It’s driving me crazy!
When you say to apply those patches to "clean, dry skin"--does that mean clean, moisturized skin? Or clean skin with absolutely no products used after cleansing? Same for the under eye patches everyone's loving these days... I find those instructions really unclear!
My question too! She suggests we wash and then immediately moisturize while skin is slightly moist which makes so much sense. So I wonder too, she says clean-dry, do we put anything on the skin? Would hyaluronic acid be good? Just regular moisturizer? Maybe she will see this and answer if enough people have the same question!
I think we do our regular skincare and after the Tret dries then we apply this. She probably would've told us different if it wasn't good to combine. Just my thoughts.
Clean moisturized skin. The “dry” means not wet or no water on the skin - not “dry skin” dry skin 🙏💓
Skin with products on it will cause the silicone patch to not adhere properly. That said, I do my regular routine and then apply the eye patch as a physical occlusive, if you will, to enhance product penetration and absorption. As you move around, the patch may start to slide off place, but it's just a matter of readjusting it.
I’ve used patches and I apply to clean dry skin. Nothing else
Thanks for the reminder of things that we should be doing daily, even though we're inside. I have got to try those patches!
I love you started editing your videos. It’s so much more easier to track
Thanks for the great info, Dr. Dray! I would love on video on how to hydrate skin in a very dry climate as I am confused about whether to use HA and other humectants :)
The SiO face patches seem really nice, but they say not to moisturize your face before application (probably so the patch can adhere better). Are you supposed to moisturize, after putting on the patches, to areas the patches don't cover?
Elizabeth Norman following
Would silicone scar sheets work the same way as the ones designed to prevent wrinkles?
You look so amazing!
Btw because of you I use retin A in the cream form, I use sunscreen and save lots of money expensive products because I don't buy them 😁
But Dr. Drey, what about my “texture skin” definition. I dnt have any skin condition, like rosacea, I dnt break out, I have no hyperpigmentation, at least not noticeable, and I have barely noticeable pores. However, there’s something about my skin that it doesn’t look uniform. It is smooth to the touch, but it doesn’t look the smooth it is. I dont know how to explain. I saw a dermatology nurse practitioner, and asked her for tretinoin, and she prescribed tretinoin.025. It did helped me with pores, but I am not content, I need something more, maybe thickness
of my skin, I’m not even sure. But I’m def. missing something!
Ugh I think I know what you mean...it's like the skin around my eyes looks perfectly smooth but not the rest of my face. I want to know if there is a way to get all of my skin to look like that around my eyes or if that's a lost cause because of my pores 😓
@@kaalad3666 it’s like the texture beneath my epidermis. If I could only get a deep peeling to get rid my actual epidermis and reveal that beautiful, glow taking I dream of day and night.
Although, my skin has improved even more with tretinoin and Korean 10 step skin care routine, still I am NOT satisfied
Hi dr dray! Hope you are staying safe(and your mommy) have a good day❤
I've been alternating a tretinoin 0.025 and Paula's choice salicylic lotion, every other night. I have had no irritation, but I had been using the tret for about 8 months before doing this. So skin had acclimatised. I'm seeing great results. 👍🏻🙏🏻
Dr Dray what do you think about Betaine Salycilate? I heard that is a gentler form of SA. Is it actually still effective ?
Do you have any recommendations for “enlarged pores” (raised bumps that have an open pore, maybe there is another name for them)? I’m currently on a prescription retinoid...will that help to diminish the enlarged pores? Thanks, I love you and all your content!!
Yes, retinoids help, also try adding in a niacinamide serum or moistuizer, and maybe a weekly or bi-weekly salicylic acid treatment used in the morning. (Do not use salicylic acid and retinoids at the same time)
M Mmshuga ^
Emmy Sikorski: Type “dr dray pores” in the RUclips search bar to find a number of videos on this topic.
She's done a video on this very topic in the past.
I think you may be talking about sebaceous hyperplasia. She has a video on it!
I took care of the major bumps due to rosacea by seeing my dermatologist... now my focus is keeping my skin smooth , glowing, and healthy!!
That’s great! If you don’t mind which products did you use to help with your rosacea? Thanks :)
Well the biggest one that helped was my dermatologist prescribed me accutane... It's mainly for acne but can treat rocsesa too... She did prescribed me 4 or 5 topical/ oral creams and pills before hand. But they didn't work... Which is why she said accutane and if that doesn't work she's gonna have to take a tiny piece of my skin and send it to the lab..
So on top of the accutane
My products are
CeraaVe ultra hydrating cleanser
Laroche posay moisturizer/ sunscreen
ceraVe ultra moisturizing creme
Netrogena Hyloronic acid water gel
It also helps to wash with Luke warm water/ cold water
And stay out of sunlight
Get rid of any skin products that are to harsh for your skin!!
And see a dermatologist!! That is key!!
I feel like textured skin is such a vague concept. What counts as textured skin? When i look in the mirror i feel like mine is not, but someone else might say it is.
yes, very nebulous topic
I’d say I have textured skin but because I genetically have large pores on my cheeks and as I get older even on forehead.
I consider my skin textured. With out make up I don’t look like I have any skin issues. Then I put foundation on and it looks like I have bad acne, random bumps, dry flaky spots, and very large pores. Primers don’t even help.
Cece E I have the same problem! Like exactly and I’m so stressed about them that I started picking at them a while back and now I have scars. So I have to use makeup. If anything works for you I’m the future, let me know! (:
Happy Wednesday, Dr Dray! The patches look interesting. I've never heard of them before. As always, thanks so much for the valuable information. I hope you have a wonderful evening. 💞
You’re looking really wonderful. Congratulations on what you’re doing.
the good thing, here in the philippines, consultation fees for dermas cost for as low as 7 dollars up to as high as 20-40dollars, exclusive of the products or treatments. but mind you, consulting a dermatologist is as important as seeing your cardiologist or general practictioner as skin as an organ that needs to be paid of attention as well.
Sleep is not free on minimum wage. Just thought I’d throw that out there. Love your videos though thank you for sharing this information for free :) as a poor person it’s much appreciated 🥰
Happy Wednesday Everybody!!
Jackie Marsh Happy Wednesday!! 🤗
@Diana Moore Thank You Sooo Much Sweetie!! Happy Wednesday!! I Hope You're Having a Wonderful Day, and Feeling Better Sweet Pea!! I'm Always Here For You!! Always!! Sending You Lots and Lots of Love and The Biggest Hugs Ever!! xoxoxo
@@latriciamendoza3748 Thank You Soo Much!! Happy Wednesday To You Too!! Wishing You a Very Happy Day Sweetie!! Please You and Yours Stay Safe and Well!!
Thanks Jackie happy Wednesday have a lovely day friend 😍😍
@@marizzy63 Thank You Sooo Much Sweet Friend!! Have a Beautiful Day!! Talk To You Soon!!
I LOVE YOU! Thanks to you i CLEARED my skin! I'm so so happy! Been struggling with it my whole life. Lots of love from NYC!
I’m surprised you didn’t mention peels! I started using the infamous ordinary peel that makes me look like I’m wearing the blood of my enemies. I’ve noticed a difference in my skin
it’s so weird that i’ve acne prone, oily, and sensitive skin but SA breaks me out... glycolic acid works better for me lol... but tretinoin works best for me and i love it lol
I’m the exact same! I respond very well to glycolic acid and BP, but not SA. I’ve never tried tretnoin or any prescription skin care.
What Tretinoin do you use?
SA works for me but I would say that glycolic mixed with SA work really well in a cleanser.
I’d love to try those patches! 🤩🤗
I’m guilty for all of these since lockdown... but really sticking to your usual routine will help so many skin concerns🥂✨
Any chance you can do an updated video on skin texture, Dr. Dray? I have mostly dry skin and sometimes forget to wash my face so I know those two things are contributing.
Whenever I put foundation on (which is rare), it looks cakey and spongey in spots, mostly cheeks near my ears and my forehead and jaw line.
Happy Wednesday everyone! Hi to mom and Tybee too!
Happy Wednesday Reed enjoy your day 😀
Thank You!! Happy Wednesday To You Too!! I Hope Your Having a Great Day!! Please Stay Safe and Well!!
I’m a little bit confused: when do I apply my moisturizer when using this patches?
Dr. Dray said to apply them to clean dry skin, so should I go with the moisturizer after I take the patches off or wait for the moisturizer to dry and then put the patches on?
I think moisturize after
Seems like you'd want to apply moisturizer directly after using these. I was hoping she would have mentioned this too.
4:05 after cleansing. I am guessing no moisturizer🤷
I just visited their IG page. It says to cleanse and dry the skin WELL on the area you plan to use them. So you definitely do not apply on top of any kind of skin care. This will break down the patch quicker. Once you remove the patch then you're advised to moisturize.
Sooo if I have to wait on my skin to DRY, this goes against Dr Dray's recommendation to apply moisturizer on damp skin ( I have been doing this and love the results). Adding this will only contradict and complicate my skincare routine.
Do I need to use other exfoliants and niacinamide if I already use topical vitamin A ???
You look absolutely beautiful. Perfect complexion!
Dr. Dray, I am over 50 and I have started to notice more brown spots on my medium skin tone. Is this due to skin not protected when young?
My dermatologist says it is. It is skin damage. Mine especially showed up on the left side- driver side window damage! My cosmetic surgeon had his esthetician lighten/remove with BBL laser - miracle machine! ( used cosmetic surgeon for droopy eyelid surgery - he is is an oucloplastic specialist and wonderful wonderful)
Karon Crickmore Mine around the left side but also right underneath my eyes, like freckles. Does the BBL laser lighten them? Does it scale and flake? Any scarring?
T P I had no scarring, flaking, nada. A little pink the first day but I always did mine after work so by morning there was nothing. I had 3 treatments and it cover all the little spots and she actually did one deeper color spot on my chest - gone!
I'm not sure if this is the latest and greatest tx for the spots but I had mine removed with cryotherapy in a can. Lol
@@debdubois3636 me too, but it left scars 😣
Man, Dr. D, your skin is positively glowing!!! I am so jealous.Although i am 56 so i have spots now. I used to have skin like yours in my younger days.
I just love your videos so much. I was looking for videos on RUclips and yours just always get straight to the point. I appreciate the way you put your content together
Thank you for giving us all a solid education in skin care.
Anyone else having trouble getting the code to work?
I love your videos ❤ thank you so much for helping us!
Have a lovely day y'all! 😊
Thank You!! Happy Wednesday!! I Hope You Have a Wonderful Day!! Stay Safe and Well!!
You are the cutest! You're thorough, smart, lovely, and I love your demonstrations!!
I would love to see a video concerning dry and acne skin type. Thank you!
Hey Dr.Dray! Love your informative videos, they have helped me so much!
Question: Do you recommend SIO serums?
Could you do a video on products and methods to use that can minimise scarring and hyperpigmentation after a wound?
Thank you for the code. I just ordered them for my entire face and chest!
I love you! "I tend to grimace when reading my emails." I wonder why? These silicone tabs sound great! I ordered the ones for the eyes as I have a scar from an accident that I would really like to be less visible!
Say Hi to Mama Dray! Still thinking of her. 💐🌹🌹🌹
I would really recommend going on tik tok to share your tips. So many teens on that app my age need your advice and I guarantee you would blow up. Love your tips and you look so pretty!
wow, you are looking fantastic, so healthy and glowing. love your videos and the in-depth information you share. thank you for all the time you invest in making these amazing videos.
Can you do a video on acne-prone sensitive skin?
Does niacinimide help with "orange peel skin" - large pores and mild scarring? I hear some people should avoid niacinimide- do you agree? Thank you so much!
I was wondering this too, especially for niacinamide from The Ordinary. I heard some people had a bad reactioj
lethopefloat I would use it. I've never heard anything bad about niacinimide
She has a whole video talking about Niacinamide. Check it out if you wanna know more about it 😊
i actually have the ordinary niacinimide serum!! i have mild scarring and it works great for me and my pores have definitely been less noticeable i’ve been using it for a couple months
Thank you everyone for the replies! I did watch her video on niacinimide, but I don't recall her saying anything about people who should avoid the ingredient... I hear such conflicting things online. I have heard there are some people that should not use that ingredient or that breaks them out that. I would love to hear her response!
Hi Dr Dray, fantastic video! My 5 year old has been suffering from KP on his face for a year now. I've just been washing his face with water and a soft wash cloth followed by cereve cream. It's not getting worse but it's not getting better either, do you have any other recommendations? X
Samaya Toma: Dr Dray has many videos on KP. To easily find them, type “dr dray keratosis pilaris” in the RUclips search bar. 👏 😊
If you already have a skin care routine, where do these fit in? And how often do you recommend using them along with your regular routine?
Oh I use Sio Facelft and I love it. It has helped me with texture and it has also helped my neck. I can't do Botox...I had a terrible reaction to it, so all the things I use topically for texture are so crucial to me. Snail therapy for me has been a game changer and I thank you for receiving that! Your skin has never looked better! Gee wiz! Stay safe, Love form me and Desi ( too much exfoliation ruined my skin and aged me)
Do you think the patches would help with existing frown lines between eyebrows? They are moderate. Thx
I didn't like the recommendation of the patches because when do you apply your skincare products if you sleep with them??
Go to the SiO website and read the “HOW TO USE” instructions for any of their patches.
“Prep: Make sure skin is clean, dry and free of any creams or serums to ensure best results.”
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I died when she said she grimaces reading her emails 😂
I am taking advantage of the stay at home and restarting tretinoin, my skin is dry but I don’t have to see anyone! I used to have bad texture but it was because I was irritating my face with fragranced products and exfoliants, once I stopped using all that crap my texture is gone. My skin only gets bumpy when I flush now.
Dr. Dray, loving your videos. So informative. Do you think you can do one for kids? My daughter is ten and I’m noticing her skin is extremely bumpy. In addition, her maskne is really terrible. I switched to cotton masks with the N95 filter. We switch masks twice a day. I want her to start early taking care of her skin in a safe way. Something I didn’t know when I was growing up. I did manage to make an appointment with a pediatric dermatologist, but the earliest appt is in three weeks. My poor thing is extremely self conscious about her skin.